World
Israel’s security cabinet has approved a plan to take control of Gaza City as part of what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office described as a five-point strategy to “defeat Hamas” and “conclude the war.” The plan, passed by a majority vote, stops short of Netanyahu’s earlier
Sports
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday announced the provisional suspension of cricketer Haider Ali following his involvement in a UK police investigation. Haider was touring England with the Pakistan Shaheens squad, captained by Saud Shakeel, from July 17 to August 6. The PCB said it was notified by Greater
National
While sugar supply in Lahore is showing signs of recovery, prices remain well above the official rate in many parts of the city, according to the district administration’s update on Friday. The government has set the retail price at Rs173 per kilogram, which is mostly being observed in large
Business
The bullish momentum at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) showed no signs of slowing on Friday as the KSE-100 Index surged past the 146,000 level in early trade, marking another historic milestone. At 9:30am, the benchmark index was recorded at 146,337.85 points, up 690.72
weather
Fresh monsoon rains are expected across Pakistan from August 8 to 13, the NDMA has said, as the country continues to recover from weeks of heavy downpours that have left over 300 dead. Since June 26, unusually intense rainfall has injured more than 700 people, triggering flash floods and raising
education
Amid intense summer heat across Punjab, the provincial authorities have postponed the reopening of schools, extending summer holidays until 1st September for both public and private institutions. The School Education Department confirmed that this decision was taken to protect students from the effects of the ongoing heatwave. Officials explained that
Business
Prices of gold in Pakistan continued their upward trend on Thursday, driven by international market movement and currency shifts. The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA) reported that 24-karat gold rose by Rs2,900 per tola, hitting Rs362,200. Global gold prices reached $3,395 per ounce,
education
In an effort to reform the medical college admissions process, the Sindh Cabinet has appointed IBA Sukkur to conduct the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT). This decision follows widespread concerns about last year’s MDCAT exam, which faced allegations of mismanagement and irregularities. The move is aimed at
Health
Drinking hibiscus tea at a fixed time each day could help people with early-stage high blood pressure, according to new research. The study, featured in the Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology and Research, tested the impact of hibiscus tea on 46 patients diagnosed with stage one hypertension. This condition
National
In a push towards smarter commuting, the Punjab government has announced the replacement of physical tokens with the T-Card, a unified travel card for Metrobus and Orange Line users. The T-Card is designed to offer cashless, convenient access across both services, allowing smoother and faster boarding. The change
Business
NEPRA has approved a tariff cut of Rs1.89 per unit for the second quarter of 2025. The reduction will be effective from August to October and will apply to all DISCOs, including K-Electric. The new rates are expected to provide a total relief of nearly Rs56 billion to
Business
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa office of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has taken possession of official records from the provincial Minerals Department as part of an ongoing investigation into suspected financial misconduct in gold mining contracts. The probe, according to investigative sources, revolves around gold extraction deals made for sites such